Move to Uppsala
With Stockholm Arlanda Airport less than 20 minutes away from Uppsala City, you’ll always be conveniently connected here. Explore our tips for making your move as smooth as possible. Check out our check list below, learn what documents, visas and permits you might need, how the Swedish tax system and social insurance works.
Preparing your documents
Know what passports, permits and visas you’ll need to make your move to Sweden.
Visas and work permits
Registering with the Tax Agency
Swedish taxes
Uppsala is an easy destination, what ever way you chose to travel.
Getting to Uppsala
Moving your belongings
If your stay in Sweden is longer than 365 days, you are usually entitled to certain residence-based benefits. Here’s how they work.
Social insurance
Check list
Use our essential to-do list and make your move to Sweden and Uppsala extra smooth.
Meet our internationals
“When we got to experience the tranquility and the beautiful environment in Uppsala, we were absolutely convinced that this was the place where we would live.” Antoine Boussaert
More voices from UppsalaDid you know...
… 20 per cent of Uppsala’s population is international or of foreign descent.
Upcoming events in Uppsala
International Afterwork in the park, 29 june
2022-06-29 | In-person event
Date: 29 june 2022
Time: 17.00-20.00ish
Location: Stadsparken (meet by Pumphuset)
Uppsala International Hub is organizing an afterwork in the park where you can meet other internationals and enjoy some snacks and drinks!
Bring your own blanket, snacks and whatever you want to drink.
In case of rain, we will email the day of the event with an alternative location inside.
Warm welcome!
